| ZIP Code | 96086 |
|---|---|
| City | Seiad Valley |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Siskiyou County |
| Area Code | 530 |
| Elevation | 3,611 ft |
| Latitude | 41.924212 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -123.260809 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06093 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 54.8 yrs ↓ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.21 |
| Below Poverty | 17.3% ▲ 73% above avg |
| College Grads | 31.4% ▼ 19% below avg |
| Unemployment | 18.6% ▲ 279% above avg |
| HS Graduate | 88 (37.3%) |
| Some College | 13 (5.5%) |
| Associates | 61 (25.8%) |
| Bachelors | 15 (6.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 59 (25%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $55,208 ▼ 28% below avg ↑ 21% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $260,300 ≈ Avg ↑ 55% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,025/mo ↑ 24% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 202 |
| Vacant Units | 63 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.21 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 202 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 63 |
| Owner Occupied | 77.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 23.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.21 |
ZIP code 96086 is located in Seiad Valley, California, within Siskiyou County. With a population of 307, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 54.8 years. Economically, 96086 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $55,208 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 96086 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $260,300 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,025 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 77.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 55% since 2019.
The population of 96086 is majority White (62.21%). Residents are moderately educated — 31.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 17.3%. Household income has grown by 21% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 96086 stands at 18.6%, which is more than double the national average. About 15% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 54%.
Overall, ZIP code 96086 in Seiad Valley, CA is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 307 residents, a median household income of $55,208, and a median home value of $260,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.